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Maytag MAF 1260 manual

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    W ashing machine Instructions for use MAF 1260[...]

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    Contents Page Introduction 2 General delivery notes 4 Safety notes 4 Quick start 5 Description of controls 6 Programme T able 10 Programme selector 12 Detergent drawer 15 Detergents, washing aids and amounts to use 16 Useful advice for the user 18 The main wash 19 Cleaning and routine maintenance 21 Investigating malfunctions 23 T echnical data 25 [...]

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    M) N.B! If the appliance is installed on a carpeted floor ensure that the ventilation holes on the base of the appliance are not obstructed. N) If the appliance is not running properly or breaks down, switch it off, turn of f the tap and do not tamper with the appliance. Consult only the Authorised T echnical Support Service for possible repair and[...]

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    ST AR T/P AUSE button When a programme is selected, wait for the "END" indicator light to flash before pr essing the "Start/Pause" button. Press to start the selected cycle (according to the selected cycle one indicator light will go on). Note: When the "Start/Pause" button has been pr essed, the appliance can take a f[...]

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    W ASH TEMPERA TURE selector Can be tur ned in either direction This washing machine is equipped with this device for setting the wash temperature you want. We recommend that the temperature shown on the label inside garments should never be exceeded. The most suitable temperature and cycle for each type of fabric is shown in the programme guide. To[...]

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    WEIGHT MAX kg 6 6 6 6 2 2 - - - 1 1 2,5 3 3,5 2 TEMP . °C Up to: 90° Up to: 60° Up to: 40° Up to: 40° Up to: 50° Up to: 40° - - - Up to: 40° Up to: 30° Up to: 30° Up to: 60° Up to: 40° Up to: 40° PROGRAM FOR: Resistant fabrics Cotton, linen Cotton, mixed resistant Cotton Resistant fabrics Mixed fabrics and synthetics Mixed, resistant V[...]

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    Pr ogramme selector For the various types of fabrics and various degrees of dirt the washing machine has different programme bands according to: wash cycle, temperature and length of cycle (see table of washing cycle programmes). RESIST ANTS F ABRICS The programmes have been designed for a maximum wash and the rinses, with spin intervals, ensure pe[...]

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    Detergent drawer The detergent draw is split into 3 compartments: - the first, labelled "I" , is for prewash detergent; - the second, labelled "II" , is for main wash detergent. - the third, labelled " " is for special additives, fabric softeners, fragrances, starch, brighteners etc. Note: only put liquid products in t[...]

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    Dosages Only use detergents which are suitable for use in a washing machine. Y ou will obtain the best results from your wash with the minimum use of chemical products and the best care for your laundry if you take into consideration the degree of soiling as well as the type of detergent to choose. The amount of detergent to use depends on: - water[...]

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    Useful advice for users T ips on using your domestic appliance in the most environmentally-friendly and economical way Do a full load in your washing machine To prevent any possible waste of energy , water or detergent we recommend that you put a full load in your washing machine, do not exceed the maximum loads shown below: Cotton and linen 6 kg M[...]

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    The correct way to wash Preparing the laundry A) Select the laundry . Loading the laundry B) Open the porthole. C) Put the laundry in the washing machine. Close the porthole again, ensuring that no items of laundry are obstructing the lock. Putting detergent in machine D) Open the drawer , choose the detergent and put in the correct amount, accordi[...]

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    Investigating malfunctions What might be the cause of… Defects you can remedy yourself Plug not in socket. Not switched on. Power failure. Fuse blown. Door open. See cause 1. T ap turned off. Programme selector not correctly positioned. Kink in discharge hose. Foreign bodies in filter Leaking gasket between tap and water inlet hose. Wa ter has no[...]

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    T echnical data ■ Max. load of dry laundry ■ W ater pressure ■ Spin speed Measurements ■ Width ■ Depth ■ Height NB: For specifications regarding electrical data, see the data panel on the front of the washing machine (porthole area) - as shown in diagram above. 6 kg 0,05 ÷ 0,8 MPa 1200 rpm 60 cm 54 cm 85 cm Fig. 2 25 Note: The use of e[...]

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    27 Note: we recommend you keep the transit bracket, braces and screws to immobilise the machine for futur e transit. The Manufacturers will not be r esponsible for any possible damage to the machine caused by not following the rules relating to r eleasing the mechanism. The user is responsible for all costs of installation. W ater connection The ap[...]

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    The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the event of any printing mistakes in this booklet. The manufacturer also reserves the right to make appropriate modifications to its products without changing the essential characteristics. ...............................................................................................................[...]

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    MA YT AG SER VICE AND SP ARES 1 300 858 575 MA YT AG (Aust.) Pty . Ltd. ABN: 88 086 686 884 MA YT AG policy is one of continuous development and for this reason we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice. 05.02 - 41014606.A - Printed in Italy - Imprimé en Italie[...]